| abstract |
A quaternary ammonium compound selected from the group consisting of compounds of general formula (I) and general formula (II) wherein R is -H, -CH3 or -C2H5; R?1, R2, and R3¿ are each independently of one another fatty acid radicals having 6-22 carbon atoms; and A - is an inorganic or organic anion selected from the group consisting of: fluoride, chloride, bromide, iodide, chlorite, chlorate, hydroxide, hypophosphite, phosphite, phosphate, carbonate, formate, acetate, lactate, and other carboxylates, oxalate, methyl sulfate, ethyl sulfate, benzoate, and salicylate; compositions containing these quaternary ammonium compounds, and uses therefor. |